Nurse Practitioner

2 days ago

Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States Oceans Healthcare Full time

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse PRN Nights



Oceans Healthcare is seeking a highly skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at Oceans Behavioral Hospital Lake Charles. As a key member of our multidisciplinary healthcare team, the LPN will provide nursing care for patients experiencing common, well-defined health problems.



Responsibilities:


  • Delivers quality nursing care to assigned group of patients by collecting data and identifying deviations from normal; assists with reassessing patients according to assignments, need and unit protocol and/or hospital policy under the direction of the registered nurse.
  • Accurately and thoroughly documents all findings in the patient record and identifies expected outcomes based on assessment data; effectively communicates pertinent assessment findings with other health care members.
  • Implements nursing care interventions identified in the individualized multidisciplinary treatment plan using accepted standards of practice in collaboration with other health care providers; performs nursing procedures/treatments as prescribed by physician/LIP.
  • Conducts specified bedside laboratory tests, wound care, and provides for comfort and assistance in the performance of ADLs;
  • Promotes the patient's ability to cope, adapt and/or solve situations related to illness and/or stressors.
  • Provides supportive, age appropriate communication and culturally acceptable interventions and documents special needs.
  • Provides for the safe delivery of medications in accordance with the facility policies and physician orders; administers medications utilizing established safety procedures / standards. Ensures patients are effectively assessed prior to and after medication administration. Accurately communicates/documents medication doses prescribed, and provides patient education on medication administered.
  • Follows up on patient care responsibilities; communicates incomplete assignments and patient needs with other disciplines to assure continuity of care; transcribes orders accurately and performs chart audits of transcription accurately and according to facility guidelines.
  • Utilizes nursing knowledge to successfully meet the needs of the facility, patient population and staff members. Utilizes nursing resources to enhance evidence-based practice.
  • Guides, educates, and provides leadership as a preceptor to new staff. Performs other duties and projects as assigned.


Requirements: Must have a current LPN license in the state of Louisiana and a minimum of 1 year of experience in a behavioral health setting. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.



Oceans Healthcare offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.



Please submit your application, including a cover letter and resume, to [insert contact information].



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